The Clay Studio has evolved into one of the premier centers for the promotion of Ceramic arts in the United States and the world. Now we’re shaping plans for an even bigger, broader reach. Hyperallergic has more information. #ShapingAMovement

The Clay Studio in Philadelphia is Shaping a Movement for the Creative Community

sponsored This singular non-profit organization provides valuable studio space, relatable educational programs, and exceptional exhibitions that inspire everyone, from novice to expert. Founded by five Philadelphia artists in 1974, this international center for ceramics is a vital creative hub where emerging artists shape their careers, young minds shape their imaginations, and where handmade works of art quite literally take shape.

It's Presidents' Day Weekend and Chinese New Year too! So much fun to be had in Philadelphia this long holiday weekend - get out and enjoy one of these celebrations and family events. Lunar New Year Saturday Feb. 17 9am - 5pm Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic Philadelphia, PA Happy Chinese New Year!

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EZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES- FOR THE INSTALLATION OF NEW DUCTWORK, REGISTERS/GRILLES/DIFFUSERS, AND WARM-AIR APPLIANCES (WITH ASSOCITED FUEL GAS LINE) AS PER ATTACHED STANDARDS AND MANUFACTURERS SPECIFICATIONS. DEVIATIONS FROM THESE STANDARDS REQUIRE SUBMISSION OF CONSTRUCTION AND SITE PLANS

"You gotta fill the void with music
Fill the void with song
'Til my cup runneth over all night long."
It's the final weekend of #WilmaPassingStrange. Only four chances left to see this "rock-imbued coming-of-age tale" (WHYY NEWS).

The Wilma Theater

"You gotta fill the void with music Fill the void with song 'Til my cup runneth over all night long." It's the final weekend of #WilmaPassingStrange. Only four chances left to see this "rock-imbued...

The James Beard Foundation just revealed its list of 2018 semifinalists across 21 categories and several Philadelphia-area restaurants and chefs made the cut, including some first-time nominees. The semifinalists were picked from more than 20,000 online entries. The finalists will be announced at a press conference in Philly, at Stephen Starr's Parc on Rittenhouse Square, on March 14.

The records left by the Freedmen's Bureau through its work between 1865 and 1872 constitute the richest and most extensive documentary source available for investigating the African American
experience in the post-Civil War and Reconstruction eras. Want to learn more about these records and much more? Check out our resources related to African American history and genealogy on www.archives.gov and the following page: https://www.archives.gov/research/african-americans/freedmens-bureau

African American Records: Freedmen's Bureau

"...an unequaled wealth of information that extends the reach of black family studies and social history"

USE AS VACANT COMMERCIAL SPACE IN FRONT SECTION OF BUILDING ON FIRST(1ST FLOOR WITH A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING IN THE REMAINING SPACE OF FIRST(1ST) FLOOR THROUGH OUT THE ABOVE 2ND, 3RD, AND 4TH FLOORS. NO CHANGE IN HEIGHT OR SQUARE FOOTAGE. NO SIGN WITH THIS PERMIT. THE COMMERCIAL SPACE REQUIRES A CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY BEFORE OCCUPANCY.

Join our Executive Director Christopher Bartlett and John Jarboe this Fri. @ 10:30 for another night of Get Pegged! John will be wearing a teddy made of teddy bears (and Chris will be wearing a new scarf from Workshop Underground).

One incoming Resident will be awarded the Zeldin Fellowship which includes a monthly stipend of $500 for the first year of Residency and a solo show. Many thanks to the Zeldin Family Foundation! Pictured is current Zeldin Fellow, Nathan Willever, standing next to locally dug clay in Maryland. Click here to learn more and apply: http://www.theclaystudio.org/apply/residency.php

The Clay Studio

One incoming Resident will be awarded the Zeldin Fellowship which includes a monthly stipend of $500 for the first year of Residency and a solo show. Many thanks to the Zeldin Family Foundation!...

...two-bath condo is located on the top floor of a historic Italianate building at 28 N. 3rd Street. The marble structure was built in 1857 and designed by architect Stephen D. Button for...

Incredible Old City penthouse in historic Italianate asks $1M

An impeccable Old City penthouse in a historic Italianate building has hit the market, asking a pretty penny for a pretty spectacular space. The three-bedroom, two-bath condo is located on the top floor of a historic Italianate building at 28 N. 3rd Street. The marble structure was built in 1857 and designed by architect Stephen D.

Spend President's Day weekend at Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest! Gather the kids for Storytime at the Lodge this Saturday, February 17 at 11:30AM for a special reading of Please Puppy Please by Philly-bred pro-footballer Will Parks. Then snap a selfie with a Revolutionary War interpreter in partnership with Museum of the American Revolution from 1PM to 3PM. BONUS: MOAR members and Blue Cross RiverRink guests receive $3 off at each site through President's Day. Just show your ticket stubs at each location to receive the discount! + President's Day the rink is open from 11AM to 11PM, so bring the whole family down for some ice skating fun! 🎉😀🎈

Penn's Landing

Spend President's Day weekend at Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest! Gather the kids for Storytime at the Lodge this Saturday, February 17 at 11:30AM for a special reading of Please Puppy Please by...

Over more than 40 years, The Clay Studio has provided ceramic instruction to 40,000 Philadelphia schoolchildren and community members. We’re #ShapingAMovement and you can find out more about it on The Art Blog: https://www.theartblog.org/2018/01/philadelphias-clay-studio-is-shaping-a-movement/

Philadelphia's Clay Studio is Shaping a Movement

In this sponsored post, The Clay Studio highlights some of the generous community work they have done for over 40 years. The international non-profit center for ceramics is shaping a movement for the great Philadelphia community and beyond, and they are asking for your support in their current plans for expansion.

There's some serious sushi talent in Philly right now. Whether it's the simplest sashimi or a gussied-up roll with shrimp tempura inside, tuna on top, a sprinkle of tobiko, and three kinds of sauce, there's no shortage of options for dining in and takeout.

Free admission to National Constitution Center Explore the National Constitution Center for free on Monday in honor of Black History Month. Visitors will learn about key milestones in African American history in the museum's The Story of We exhibition, and also will dive into history surrounding the Emancipation Proclamation, the Civil War, and the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments.

INSTALL 1" WATER SERVICE FROM MAIN TO BSMT PA20180440797 "SELF-CERTIFICATION'S ARE NO LONGER PERMITTED" - "ALL EXCAVATIONS AND PLUMBING TRENCHES IN EXCESS OF 5 FEET IN DEPTH MUST HAVE APPROVED SHORING IN PLACE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION"

Join Amanda Feifer, author of Ferment Your Vegetables and the blog Phickle, to learn all you ever wanted to know about vegetable fermentation. In this snack-filled workshop, Amanda will cover the basics of both salted and brined fermented vegetables, discussing their benefits and the inherent safety of the process while sharing some tips and tricks.
All participants will go home with handmade pickle weights by ceramic artist Miki Palchick, as well as ready-to-ferment jars of pickled and brined vegetables.
Photograph by Courtney Apple, courtesy of Fair Winds Press.
Register here: http://www.theclaystudio.org/participate/events.php?id=753

Join Amanda Feifer, author of Ferment Your Vegetables and the blog Phickle, to learn all you ever wanted to know about vegetable fermentation. In this snack-filled workshop, Amanda will cover the basics of both salted and brined fermented vegetables, discussing their benefits and the inherent safety of the process while sharing some tips and tricks.
All participants will go home with handmade pickle weights by ceramic artist Miki Palchick, as well as ready-to-ferment jars of pickled and brined vegetables.
Photograph by Courtney Apple, courtesy of Fair Winds Press.

Need some last minute inspiration for Valentine's Day? Check out 35 of the most romantic attractions in the city, Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest. Purchase tickets to the Sweetheart Skate tonight from 7PM to 10:30PM at riverrink.com! ❤️

The Wilma Theater is excited to announce Lee Minora in Residency in the latter half of its 2017-18 Season. A solo artist, comedian and current teaching artist at the Wilma, Minora will develop her second solo show White Feminist as a part of the three-month long residency.

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